How to Pronounce Plastron

To pronounce "plastron", say PLASTR-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈplæstɹən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈplæstɹən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plastron”

"plastron" has 2 syllables: plastr-on. It rhymes with gastrin and astron, if that helps it stick.

What does plastron mean?

noun

  1. The nearly flat part of the shell structure of a tortoise or other animal, similar in composition to the carapace.
  2. A half-jacket worn under the jacket for padding or for safety.

Words that rhyme with plastron

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gastrinastronnastran

Related words

actinalundershellepiplastronpseudocarapacebridgexiphiplastronbladepolyplacophoran

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plastron"?▾

"Plastron" has 2 syllables: plastr · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "plastron"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plastron" is /ˈplæstɹən/.

What does "plastron" mean?▾

Plastron: The nearly flat part of the shell structure of a tortoise or other animal, similar in composition to the carapace.

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